Nurse Educator - Cleveland, United States - University Hospitals

Description

To Heal. To Teach. To Discover. At University Hospitals, this is more than just our mission.

These words embody the opportunities available to the many world-class doctors, nurses, health care professionals, and support staff that choose to join UH and Be the Difference.

A Brief OverviewThe clinical educator provides and evaluates clinical education for licensed and unlicensed staff on all shifts and facilitates evidenced-based practice.

What you will do

Collaborates with unit leadership to ensure staff competency upon hire and annually.
Supports leadership by facilitating staff's adherence to accreditation standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Exhibits leadership skills and ability to coach and develop staff to maintain and promote quality and affect change.

Works collaboratively with the Department of Nursing Education and Professional Development to identify learning needs, develop and implement educational strategies, and participate in learning effectiveness evaluation.

Adheres to the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice of Professional Nursing and the Code of Ethics and the Standards of Practice in Nursing Professional Development roles established by the Association of Nursing Professional Development (ANPD) to include: Educator, Consultant, Researcher, Facilitator, Change Agent, and Leader.

Provides patient care as required.
Some off shifts will be required

Required For All Jobs

Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients.

Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

QualificationsQualificationsEducation

(BSN) Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Required
(MSN) Master's Degree in Nursing or related field Preferred

Work Experience

3+ years clinical experience required and
Experience with education, teaching in clinical setting required
Experience working in Perinatal strongly preferred

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Ability to prioritize initiatives Required
Problem solve and think critically Required
Open to new ways of thinking Required
Highly developed verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present effectively to small and large groups Required
Able to coach and develop others Required
Thorough knowledge and understanding of standards within area of nursing expertise. Required
Knowledge of JC/CMS accreditation requirements Required
Working knowledge of the use of established clinical and preceptorship models in the development of clinical education programs Required
Advanced nursing skills and knowledge in area of specialty Required
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively at all levels in a collaborative team environment. Required

Licenses and Certifications

Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Ohio Required and
Basic Life Support (BLS) Required
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Preferred
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Preferred

Additional Licenses and Certifications

Certification in a specialty clinical area or nursing professional development Required

Physical Demands

Standing Frequently
Walking Frequently
Sitting Rarely
Lifting Frequently 50 lbs
Carrying Frequently 50 lbs
Pushing Frequently 50 lbs
Pulling Frequently 50 lbs
Climbing Occasionally 50 lbs
Balancing Occasionally
Stooping Frequently
Kneeling Frequently
Crouching Frequently
Crawling Occasionally
Reaching Frequently
Handling Frequently
Grasping Frequently
Feeling Constantly
Talking Constantly
Hearing Constantly
Repetitive Motions Constantly
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly